Retired Major Boards PLA Ship, Faces Investigation in Taiwan

The recent visit of retired Major Lu Lishi to a PLA Navy vessel in Qingdao, at the invitation of the Taiwan Affairs Office, has ignited a firestorm of controversy here in Taiwan. While Chinese state media, like Guancha.cn, lauded Lu's comments about feeling pride in China's military might and claiming it enhances Taiwan's security, our perspective at Liberty Times is starkly different. We see this not as a display of patriotism, but as a deeply concerning act of appeasement and potential betrayal of the Republic of China.

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I deeply feel honored to receive the invitation from the Taiwan Affairs Office to visit Qingdao.

Lu's assertion that seeing the PLA's advanced equipment makes him feel 'the motherland is stronger, which means Taiwan is safer' is a narrative pushed by Beijing's propaganda machine. It conveniently ignores the reality that this perceived strength is often directed towards Taiwan itself. His willingness to participate in such events, especially after attending the CCP's September 3rd military parade last year, raises serious questions about his loyalty and understanding of cross-Strait relations.

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Seeing the PLA's progress and advanced equipment doesn't make me weak-kneed; instead, I feel the motherland is stronger, which means Taiwan is safer!

Our lawmakers, like Legislator Lin Chu-yin, have rightly condemned Lu's actions, calling them a betrayal of the Republic of China. The Mainland Affairs Council's decision to have the Veterans Affairs Council investigate Lu underscores the gravity of the situation. The possibility of revoking his retirement benefits is a clear signal that such behavior, which undermines national sovereignty and military morale, will not be tolerated.

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Facing the so-called 'punishment,' I am 'willing to endure it.' Everything I say is the truth, and I will not remain silent due to political suppression.

This incident highlights a critical point often missed by international observers: Beijing's 'united front' tactics. The TAO's invitation and the subsequent media coverage are not random acts; they are carefully orchestrated attempts to co-opt retired Taiwanese military personnel to legitimize China's military buildup and promote its unification agenda. For us, this isn't just about one retired officer's misplaced admiration; it's about safeguarding our national identity and resisting a sophisticated psychological and political campaign aimed at weakening our resolve.

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The DPP insists on pulling the Taiwanese people to be frogs in a well, even attempting to use retirement pensions to silence me and cover up the truth of China's development, thereby acting against the trend and perversely.